Theological Statement – Children Experience Love of God and Neighbours

This theological statement, developed by seven scholars in partnership with World Vision as part of the new "Hope and Love Measure", explores the meaning of children experiencing the love of God and neighbors in diverse faith and humanitarian contexts. It defines key concepts—children, experience, God, love, and neighbors—and affirms that spiritual well-being is integral to child development. The statement emphasizes relational expressions of divine love, acknowledges limitations in quantifying spiritual transformation, and calls for context-sensitive approaches that uphold Christian values while remaining inclusive. It serves as a foundational guide for interpreting and applying spiritual well-being objectives in global programming.